“Y, but with something to prove — and it actually proves it.”
The denser 2023 EDP Intense flanker of YSL's Y line — Ropion and Liégent's launch, an amped-up take on the fresh-fougère DNA of the 2017 Y EDT. Bergamot at the top, a lavender heart, settling on a cedar-vetiver drydown. Spring through fall, leans daytime.
The take
What works
- ●Cedar-patchouli drydown adds genuine depth to the Y lineage
- ●Better longevity and projection than the standard EDP
- ●Year-round versatility with a slight fall-winter lean
Trade-offs
- ●Starts quiet — takes 30 minutes to show its real character
- ●The 'Intense' branding overestimates its projection
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Notes
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Performance
Fit
Best in spring, summer, and fall, during the day. Evenings work too. Leans masculine.
When
- Spring, 100%, best
- Summer, 92%, best
- Fall, 87%, best
- Winter, 57%
- Day, 94%, best
- Night, 78%, works
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does YSL Y EDP Intense smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Yves Saint Laurent YSL Y Eau de Parfum (71%), Yves Saint Laurent Y Elixir (69%), Yves Saint Laurent Y Le Parfum (67%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does YSL Y EDP Intense last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.
When should you wear YSL Y EDP Intense?
YSL Y EDP Intense is best in spring, summer, and fall, during the day. Evenings work too. It suits everyday wear, the office, and date nights.
Is YSL Y EDP Intense worth it?
At $85–$125, yes for this tier. Cedar-patchouli drydown adds genuine depth to the Y lineage. Better longevity and projection than the standard EDP.